Alpine Passes

Mountain Roads of Europe

Colle di Sampeyre

Colle di Sampeyre

Italy · Piedmont

2,284m

Key Facts

Elevation
2,284m
Route length
34 km
Max gradient
12%
Hairpins
24
Driving difficulty
Demanding (4/5)
Surface
Fair
Open
June - October

Route & Map

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Route

SSampeyre
34 km · max 12%
▲Colle di Sampeyre (2,284m)
Descent
EStroppo (Paschero)
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High pass connecting the Varaita and Maira valleys in the Cottian Alps. Spectacular panoramic views. Narrow but fully paved.

Weather & Conditions

Driving Experience

Elevation Profile

964m1,290m1,617m1,943m2,269m0 km10 km20 km30 km2,269m
↑1,424m gain
↓1,545m loss
1,138m → 2,269m → 1,017m

Difficulty

Demanding

4/5 — car driving difficulty

Based on steepness, elevation gain, hairpins, road length & surface quality

Hairpin Turns

24

Serious switchback territory

When to Drive

June - October (Best: July - September)

  • ›Open June - October. Check locally for exact opening dates as conditions vary each year.
  • ›Drive early morning (before 8 AM) for clear views, ideal light, and less traffic.
  • ›Snow may linger into June at this elevation. Check webcams before departing.

Coordinates

Summit
44.5510°N, 7.1196°E
Start (Sampeyre)
44.5840°N, 7.1852°E
End (Stroppo (Paschero))
44.5046°N, 7.1275°E
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